Benelli BN302 – The new Star

The Benelli BN302 – Stylish & AggressiveLearner Approved Motorcycle

The BN 302 will be a new star for the Benelli range in 2014, with its twin 260mm front disc brakes and its smooth power delivering parallel twin cylinder engine, matched with Italian styling at a very competitive price, it is sure to impress and please.

The stylish and yet aggressive looking bike rewards its rider with refined sports suspension, exceptional clutch control, growling four valve DOHC inline two cylinder engine and comfortable ergonomic layout. The easy to ride character and braking confidence, makes this the perfect bike for a learner or experienced rider.

Slim, light and nimble, the BN 302 is the motorcycle that gives the rider immediate confidence. In the corners it is agile and responsive, performing like a faired sportsbike. It can easily negotiate traffic and undoubtedly stands out from the crowd.

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The engine is an inline two cylinder, 4-stroke, with electronic Delphi fuel injection and timing system with double overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder. The performance is seen in the power and torque data, 37 Hp (27 kW) at 11500 rpm and 27 Nm at 9000 rpm respectively. The power is delivered through the six speed gearbox controlled by a wet clutch and chain final drive.

A framework of absolute quality and the carefully finished fairings of the BN 302 give it sleek lines, for a dynamic look and feel.

The frame is steel trestle, which together with wheel size and adjustable suspension allows for great manoeuvrability. The suspension system consists of an inverted 41mm hydraulic damping shock absorber front fork ø 41mm, and mounted to the rear swingarm is an adjustable rear shock absorber offering spring preload and rebound adjustment.The premium brake system provides confidence; in the front there is a twin wave disc of ø 260 mm, in the rear a single disc of ø 240 mm and the 17” aluminium alloy rims mount 120/70 and 160/60 tyres.

The dependable Italian styled BN 302 comes in both orange and white colour options and is expected to go on sale in the second half of 2014.